Babas 63 & Damen
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Babas 63 & Damen 15 times, with records going back to 2016. On Feb 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 13 times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Babas 63 & Damen on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
15
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: No paper towel, no hand drying devices provided at all hand wash sinks, instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: No hand soap provided to prep/restroom hand wash sinks, Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: No food temperature measuring device , no thermometer on site, instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
36
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Improper thawing, found frozen fish being thawed in cold standing water water, instructed to thaw according to health code, ie.
35
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Broken sink stoppers for 3-comp sink, instructed to repair and maintain.
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Apr 30, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: : 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM & LEFT SIDE DOOR FRAME OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE.
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Apr 24, 2025
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT 53.1F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW. ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 30LBS. FULLY COOKED ITALIAN BEEF-54.3F IN POT AND 5 GALLONS BUCKET SOUR CREAM-50.0F IN 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY EMPLOYEE.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 71.7 LBS.$100.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 1- LIVE ROACH IN CREVICES AT SERVICE COUNTER AND SEVERAL DEAD ROACHES AT MOTORS OF BOTH CHEST FREEZERS AND 2- DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST REMOVE DEAD ROACHES CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/24/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (STEAK,CHICKEN,SLICED TOMATO,SHREEDED LETTUCE) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 11:40 A.M. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS(BULK,SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,LID OF GREASE TRAP OF 3- COMP SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE FROM FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Mar 14, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 7, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 3LBS.- PRE- COOKED CHICKEN AT 99.1F IN A BUSS PAN ON ROLLING CART.5LBS. ITALIAN BEEF- 121.3F.ON DISH STORAGE RACK.3LBS. SLICED GYROS-75.2F ON PREP TABLE.PRODUCT WAS DSCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX.11LBS.$72.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD SUCH AS 10LBS. COOKED CHICKEN PHILLY MEAT AT 82.8F INSIDE OF SLIDING REACH IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 10LBS. $100.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
22
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2596557 6/20/24 NOT CORRECTED-#38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP IN BETWEEN AND ALONG BOTTOM OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF GRILL TABLE, PREP TABLE, FRYER CABINETS,REACH IN COOLERS,REACH IN FREEZER,DOOR JAMS,SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE IN LOBBY,LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT ,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.#56-6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.#57- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND AND ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.
55
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM AND REMOVE TAPE AT PIPE OF SAME.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS(BULK,SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE BOXED FOOD AND PAPER SUPPLIES FROM FLOORS AND STORE PROPERLY.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON CUTTING BOARDS.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SCOOPS STORED INSIDE OF BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST STORE PROPERLY.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION AND CARRYOUT FOOD TRAYS NEEDS TO BE INVERTED TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND DEEP GROOVES ON CUTTING BOARDS.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES IN WALLS AND REMOVE TAPE COVERING HOLE IN TOILET ROOM.
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37
Jun 20, 2024
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP IN BETWEEN AND ALONG BOTTOM OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REMOVE TAPE FROM AROUND GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF GRILL TABLE, PREP TABLE, FRYER CABINETS,REACH IN COOLERS,REACH IN FREEZER,DOOR JAMS,SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: : 6-201.13 : MUST SEAL GAP BETWEEN WALL BASE AND FLOOR BEHIND POP COOLER NEAR MOP SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE SHELVING UNIT IN TOILET ROOM,DAMAGED WALL TILE IN LOBBY,LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT ,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: : 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: : 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 10, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 10LBS.COOKED CHICKEN-118.5F,8LBS COOKED STEAK-105.8F INSIDE OF REACH IN FREEZERR.1.5LBS. COOKED ONIONS-92.7F.1.5LBS. COOKED BELL PEPPERS-101.7F ON PREP TABLE NEXT TO GRILL.2LBS. COOKED CHICKEN-77.0F INSIDE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.OF OR BELOW.APPX.23LBS. $145.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 8- LIVE ROACHES ON PIPE BEHIND 3- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER, WHEEL BASES OF CHEST FREEZER.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/10/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HAND SINKS IN DISH WASHING AND PREP AREAS. PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP IN BETWEEN AND ALONG BOTTOM OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE TAPE FROM AROUND GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD LINED ON GRILL TABLE TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF GRILL TABLE, PREP TABLE, FRYER CABINETS,REACH IN COOLERS,REACH IN FREEZER,DOOR JAMS,SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL GAP BETWEEN WALL BASE AND FLOOR BEHIND POP COOLER NEAR MOP SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE SHELVING UNIT IN TOILET ROOM,DAMAGED WALL TILE IN LOBBY,LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT ,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREAS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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37
Aug 24, 2023
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WHEELES ENCRUST WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND UNDERNEATH SHELVING WHERE PRODUCE IS STORED.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTERS AND HOOD DIRTY WITH DUST AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
86
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WHEELES ENCRUST WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND UNDERNEATH SHELVING WHERE PRODUCE IS STORED.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTERS AND HOOD DIRTY WITH DUST AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
86
Jun 14, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION (57 & 58) NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2570124, DATE 1-23-23. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY OR MORE CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. MUST COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WHEELES ENCRUST WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND UNDERNEATH SHELVING WHERE PRODUCE IS STORED.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTERS AND HOOD DIRTY WITH DUST AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
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Jan 23, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY OR SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED AS REQUIRED WHILE PREPARING, HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN AND BURGER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION #7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND DEFROST THE FRONT REACH IN FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILL AND ICE BUILD UP. ALL CLEAN THE REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILL, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. MUST COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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67
Apr 13, 2020
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE NOR SUPPLIES IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND NECESSARY SUPPLIES EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINKS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: TOWELS BEING USED TO LINE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF PREP COOLER AND DRY STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL TOWELS SO AS SURFACE TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR SIDES OF FRYERS/INBETWEEN FRYERS, AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL WILL EXCESSIVE GREASE, DEBRIS AND FOOD RESIDUE ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANLDER MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Dec 12, 2018
Complaint
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
5
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP. INSTD TO REMOVE ICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 25, 2017
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE AND PREPARATION. OBSERVED 5 FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM CEILING WITH DEAD FLIES IN PREP AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSTD TO UTILIZE PROPER CONTROL PEST CONTROLS MEASURES. VIOLATION 7-38-005A SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FRYER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, OFF HINGES. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INSTD TO MEET MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.
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Aug 9, 2016
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO VENTILATION FAN IS INSTALLED IN THE WASHROOM. MUST INSTALL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Babas 63 & Damen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Babas 63 & Damen on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Babas 63 & Damen?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Babas 63 & Damen.
Has Babas 63 & Damen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Babas 63 & Damen have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Babas 63 & Damen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Babas 63 & Damen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Babas 63 & Damen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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